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Matson, Robinswood and White City

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Matson, Robinswood and White City ward sits on the southern edge of Gloucester, characterised by residential estates built largely in the post-war period. The area is dominated by housing, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and several low-rise apartment blocks. Its layout is practical, with local shops and services concentrated along Matson Avenue and surrounding streets to serve the community's daily needs.

The ward's most prominent feature is Robinswood Hill, a large limestone outcrop offering extensive green space with walking paths and views over the city. This open countryside contrasts with the urban housing below. The area also contains several primary schools and community centres, which function as focal points for local activities and social support networks within the neighbourhood.

Area overview

On average Matson, Robinswood and White City has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 126 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Matson, Robinswood and White City is £43,909 per year. There are 4 schools in Matson, Robinswood and White City: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Matson, Robinswood and White City is home to around 9,962 people, with a population density of about 2,152.6 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

126

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Matson, Robinswood and White City Population

9,962

Population density

2,152.6 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

74.38(+126%)

Anti-social behaviour

19.07(+26%)

Public order

12.45(+89%)

Criminal damage and arson

11.34(+74%)

Other theft

7.93(+41%)

South West average

Demographics

British

7,771

77.99%

Other White

558

5.6%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

321

3.22%

African

264

2.65%

Caribbean

244

2.45%

Total population: 9,964

Economics

No qualifications

2,026

26.14%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,516

19.56%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,223

15.78%

Level 3 (A level)

1,175

15.16%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,115

14.38%

Total 16+ residents: 7,752

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,104

26.01%

Owns outright

951

22.41%

Social rents from council

891

20.99%

Other social rented

783

18.45%

Private landlord or letting agency

433

10.2%

Total households: 4,244

Property prices in Matson, Robinswood and White City

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £253,995 in Matson, Robinswood and White City area, with individual transactions ranging from £83,000 up to £505,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Matson, Robinswood and White City over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	30	£346,750	£315,850	£328,313	£371,624	£410,500
Flats	5	£95,000	£84,400	£90,000	£125,000	£161,000
Semi-Detached	44	£262,998	£199,150	£239,849	£279,496	£328,125
Terraced	42	£201,500	£152,150	£184,000	£234,179	£265,700

10 years median price trend in Matson, Robinswood and White City

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Matson, Robinswood and White City

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Matson, Robinswood and White City

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